The School Board of Escambia County, Florida, convened in Public Forum at 6:00 p.m. in Room 160, Hall Center, 30 East Texar Drive, Pensacola, Florida, with the following present:

Chairman: Mrs. Cary Stidham Vice Chairman: Dr. John DeWitt

Members: Dr. Elmer Jenkins

Dr. Hal Mason

Mrs. Vanette Webb

School Board Attorney: Mr. Francisco Negron

Superintendent of Schools: Mr. Jim May

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Mr. Ellison Bennett, 106 Baynes Avenue, Pensacola, Florida, 32507, expressed concerns regarding the report presented under PRESENTATIONS: A.  SCHOOL BOARD - 1) Report from Fact-Finding Committee regarding the School Board Member for District 1. He stated that he did not agree with the committee's findings because an elected official should not say degrading things concerning citizens who pay their salaries.

2) Mr. Robert Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, asked that the Board approve Item IX.C.1 (Appointment of Trustee for Risk Management Trust).

3) Mr. Ron Knowlton, 6118 Chicago Avenue, Pensacola, Florida, 32526, stated that as a teacher at Escambia Westgate School, he had concerns that one teaching unit and one teaching assistant position had been cut for the 2000-2001 school year. He spoke in opposition to Item V.2 (Items from the Board - Issue of Multiple Requests for Information regarding Cost Analysis and use of Staff Time), and he asked that the Board not support creating two new clerk positions.

4) Ms. Sheree Cagle, Director of Comprehensive Planning, and Ms. Kelly Barton, Student Coordinator, recognized the Core Values Contest winners for April. Student winners included Tracy Sidner, Hellen Caro Elementary; Antonio Kirk, ReDirections III; and Jennifer Carroll, Escambia High School. Trophies were presented for schools with the highest contest participation including Pleasant Grove Elementary, ReDirections III, and Escambia High School.

5) Ms. Madonna Jackson-Williams, EEA Vice President, spoke concerning the necessity of focusing on issues that are important to children.

Chairman Stidham called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:18 p.m. Mr. Rick Pearson, Northview High School student, gave a presentation in song. Mrs. Vanette Webb, School Board Member, District 5, gave the Invocation, and Student Representatives Tina Timonez, Natalie Gaines, Patrick Cabeza, Laurie Gordon, and Derrick Stephens led the Pledge of Allegiance.

STELLAR EMPLOYEE

Mr. May asked Ms. Salonie Betts to come forward to be recognized as the Stellar Employee for the month of April. Mr. May commended Ms. Betts, a 31-year employee of the School District, noting that she has served as Food Service Manager at Washington High School for the past 15 years. He presented her with a plaque, a pin, and a check for $100 donated by Members First Credit Union.

Superintendent May listed the additions and deletions to the agenda:

RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:

B. SUPERINTENDENT

PULLED: 2) Resolution for School Library Media Week

IV. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

7. Approval of Contracts for Administrative, Professional/Technical Employees.

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

8. Approval of appointment of Director Coordinator I for ReDirections.

SEE: BACKUP PROVIDED

ADD: 36. Information concerning status of Employee Number 293740.

ADD: 37. Information concerning status of Employee Number 153132.

V. ITEMS FROM THE BOARD

1. Items from the Board - Request Approval of "Request for Information or Service" Form - Mrs. Stidham

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

2. Items from the Board - Address the Issue of Vanette Webb's Multiple Requests for Information regarding Cost Analysis and use of Staff Time - Mrs. Stidham

SEE: ADDITIONAL BACKUP

IX. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

A. Instructional/Professional

• Resignations

(7 6 - resignations, 3 4- retirements, 1 - disability retirement)

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

6. Special Requests

(1) Request approval to grant leave of absence for eleven (11) ten (10) instructional employees.

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

PULLED: (2) Request approval for Douglas Jones to work for a maximum of thirty (30) days between April 10, and June 30, 2000.

(5) Request adoption of calendars for 2000-2001 school year and adoption of traditional calendar for 2001-2002 school year.

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

C. Risk Management (Noted verbiage on the recommendations listed in backup)

1) Risk Management Trust - Executive Summary - to appoint the replacement of trustee for the Risk Management Trust, due to the retirement of Charles Griffin. Implementation Plan: The trustees met on 1/21/00, at which time the trustees accepted the resignation of Charles A. Griffin as a trustee, and approved the appointment of Joseph H. Bernard as a trustee. This appointment is necessary to maintain compliance with the Board approved trust document dated June 30, 1987. This document is known as the Escambia School District Risk Management Trust. One of the responsibilities of the Director of Risk Management is to serve as a Trustee on the Risk Management Trust. The Risk Management Trust encompasses Workers' Compensation, Automobile, and General Liability.

2) Approve Trailer Resident Leases:

a) Eric and Shonna Gilmore - Northview High School

b) Duane and Sandra Baumert - Bellview Middle School

c) Daniel and Elizabeth Little - Ferry Pass Elementary School

X. FINANCE

5. Summary of Risk Management Legal Fees

a) Joseph Hammons, P. A.

b) Steven J. Baker, P. A.

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

XII. FACILITIES PLANNING AND MAINTENANCE

A. FACILITIES PLANNING

2. MISCELLANEOUS

a. Phase II Performance Contracting

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

XV. INTERNAL AUDITING

B. Inventory Adjustment Reports

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

The meeting returned to the regular agenda.

RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:

A. SCHOOL BOARD

1) Report from Fact-Finding Committee regarding Dr. Hal Mason, School Board Member,

District 1

Ms. Joann Cox advised that she and Mr. Peter Booth, as well as Superintendent Jim May, had served on the Fact-Finding Committee in accordance with the resolution adopted by the Board on March 21, 2000, to investigate the conduct of Dr. Hal Mason to wit: violations of local School Board Policy Section 1.20, a breaching of the public trust and/or violations of the State Code of Ethics. Ms. Cox advised that the Board had directed the committee to present its findings at the April Board Meeting, and she filed for the record (in the Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit A) the "Final Report to the Escambia County School Board Regarding Censure Resolution of Dr. Hal Mason." She noted that said report included opinions, findings, and recommendations of the committee, as well as a written statement from Dr. Hal Mason, and a disclaimer filed by the Superintendent. Ms. Cox referred to the report finding that based on the materials submitted, Dr. Mason did not violate the State Code of Ethics, nor did he violate his public trust, and that he, at all times, had the welfare of the students uppermost in mind. She noted in the matter concerning School Board Policy Section 1.20 (School Board Members' conduct), the committee was unanimous that Dr. Mason was out-of-bounds. She further stated that the committee felt strongly that censure would be appropriate if the School Board had that authority, and the committee had recommended that the Board adopt a procedure to annually review Board Members' conduct relative to School Board Policy 1.20. The committee had further recommended that the Board adopt a policy for sanction if violations occur by a School Board Member relative to School Board Policy Section 1.20. Ms. Cox stated that the committee also recommended that Board Members communicate reasonable requests for information in writing to the Superintendent's office and not to School District personnel directly.

Dr. Jenkins expressed that he wanted the public to know that the Board does not condone the conduct of their fellow Board Member, adding that remarks have been disparaging and many staff people have borne the brunt of remarks.

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Mr. Daniel Soloway, Attorney representing Dr. Hal Mason, stated that he had received the final report, which reflected some additions to the report that he was provided yesterday. He asked that the Board strike the Superintendent's disclaimer which was attached to the final report. He expressed that he did not feel that the Board had the right to censure a School Board Member.

The Board Attorney stated that the Board had adopted Robert's Rules of Order by which the Board has the authority to adopt resolutions expressing favor or disfavor and that would include motion to censure; therefore, the Board has the right as a self-governing body to censure its members.

2) Mr. John Rigsby, 315 North Reus Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32501, asked that the Board consider censuring the School Board Member for District 1.

3) Mr. Bill Caplinger, 6847A North 9th Avenue, Pensacola, Florida, 32504, requested that the Board consider a motion to censure the inappropriate actions of the School Board Member for District 1.

Motion was made by Dr. Jenkins that the School Board adopt the investigative committee's findings and recommendations as its own, and that the Board censure Dr. Hal Mason for violation of School Board Policy Section 1.20. The motion was seconded by Dr. DeWitt. Mrs. Webb expressed concern that she had not been afforded the entire record, and she cited due process concerns. Dr. Mason stated that he would abstain from voting due to conflict on this motion. The Board Attorney advised that the law requires that all Board Members vote. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was approved 3-1 with Mrs. Webb voting NO and Dr. Mason abstaining.

2) Resolution for National Teacher Appreciation Week

Chairman Stidham asked Ms. Madonna Jackson-Williams, EEA Vice President, and Ms. Elaine Laroche, EEA Public Relations Chairman, to come forward as she read the resolution.

WHEREAS, teaching is one of America's most significant and highly respected professions; and

WHEREAS, teachers and other education employees of America play a significant and irreplaceable role in providing a free and excellent educational opportunity to each American citizen; and

WHEREAS, teacher interaction with students and their parents are the most significant enterprise of America's public school system; and

WHEREAS, teachers, officials, employees, and supporters of Escambia District schools recognize and appreciate the significant responsibility of educating every citizen and daily demonstrate their commitment to a high quality educational experience for every citizen; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby

recognize the week of May 8-12, 2000 as

and Tuesday, May 9, 2000 as

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby order that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and a copy be tendered to Arlene Costello, President of the Escambia Education Association, and to each work location to be displayed during the month of May. Adopted this 18th day of April, 2000.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to adopt the resolution, was unanimously approved.

3) Monthly Report - MGT Implementation Committee

Dr. Joyce Nichols, Committee Chairman, reported that the committee is in the process of writing the pros and cons for Recommendation Number 626, which deals with hiring minority candidates and teachers qualified in critical shortage areas, as well as Recommendation Number 627, which deals with developing a program to attract noninstructional personnel into the teaching profession. Upcoming committee meetings are scheduled for May 8 and May 15, 2000, at the Hall Center.

4) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Finance

Mr. Mike West, Committee Member, stated that the committee had inquired as to the 2000/2001 budget time line and format. He asked that the committee be provided with an MGT implementation status report. He noted that the committee supported the Audit Committee endorsement of the Director of Internal Auditing continuing on a two-year contract as independent auditor of the School Board. Mrs. Patricia Wascom, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Business Affairs, advised that the budget time line which the Board agreed upon is in accordance with the TRIM (Truth in Millage) schedule, and the 2000/2001 budget will be in the new budget format.

5) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Curriculum

Dr. Jenkins reported that the committee heard reports from staff concerning various grants and that information will also be provided to Board Members.

6) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Technology

Dr. DeWitt reported that the committee reviewed the agenda items, and had questioned one item regarding power of computers to be purchased for an elementary school. Dr. DeWitt noted that staff had verified that the computers are appropriate for use in an elementary school.

7) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Facilities

Mrs. Stidham reported that the committee had reviewed agenda items, and under Item XII.A.2.a, the committee had expressed support for Phase II Performance Contracting (Option E). The committee will meet at Sherwood Elementary School next month.

B. SUPERINTENDENT - 15 Minutes

1) Presentation for Outstanding Dedication and Professionalism to Linda Scott, Principal, Spencer Bibbs Elementary School - Presentation by Movement for Change/Spencer Bibbs PTA

Mr. May asked Ms. Linda Scott, Principal, Spencer Bibbs Elementary School, to come forward.

Mr. John Rigsby appeared representing Spencer Bibbs PTA, and he presented a plaque to Linda Scott recognizing her as "Principal of the Year" as awarded by the faculty, staff, students, PTA, and the community. Mr. Joe Davis expressed support and appreciation to Ms. Scott on behalf of Movement for Change, Inc.

PULLED: 2) Resolution for School Library Media Week

3) PTA Presentation

Mr. May advised that six months ago a team was sent to a safety meeting to learn more about best practices utilized statewide in order to promote School District Aim 2 (safe learning and working environment). He reported that two documents ("Crisis Management Guidelines" and "Medical Emergencies Guidelines") were created with input from the Sheriff's Department, Police Department, Disaster Team, Health Department, and others.

I. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to adopt the agenda as amended, was unanimously approved.

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the minutes for the January 24, 2000, Special Board Meeting; February 11, 2000, Special Board Meeting; February 11, 2000, Special Board Meeting; February 14, 2000, Regular Board Workshop; March 13, 2000, Special Board Meeting; March 20, 2000, Regular Board Workshop; March 20, 2000, Special Board Meeting; March 21, 2000, Special Board Meeting; March 22, 2000, Special Board Meeting; March 23, 2000, Special Board Meeting; and March 24, 2000, Special Board Meeting; and pull the minutes for the February 15, 2000, Regular Board Meeting, and March 21, 2000, Regular Board Meeting, was unanimously approved.

III. PROPOSED ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RULES

(Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit B)

A. Permission to Advertise

1. School Board Rule 6Gx17-5.05(4)(9) NON-SCHOOL USE OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES (SCHEDULE OF FEES)

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve advertising for School Board Rule 6Gx17-5.05(4)(9) NON-SCHOOL USE OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES (SCHEDULE OF FEES), was unanimously approved.

2. Notice of Intent to Rename the old N. B. Cook Elementary School, located at 1100 East Cervantes Street, Pensacola, Florida, the "A. V. CLUBBS CENTER."

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve advertising Notice of Intent to rename the old N. B. Cook Elementary School, located at 1100 East Cervantes Street, Pensacola, Florida, the "A. V. CLUBBS CENTER," was unanimously approved.

B. Permission to Adopt

-No items submitted

IV. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

(Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit C)

1. Recommendation for approval of administrative appointments.

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the appointment of Melanie Touchstone to serve as Assistant Principal at Pine Forest High School, effective April 19, 2000, was unanimously approved. Ms. Touchstone was present and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Assistant Principal at Pine Forest.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the appointment of David Williams to serve as Assistant Principal at Washington High School, effective April 19, 2000, was unanimously approved. Mr. Williams was present and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Assistant Principal at Washington.

2. Recommendation that Employee Number 362676 be suspended for five (5) days without pay for misconduct as more specifically described in the notice letter to the employee.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 362676 be suspended for five (5) days without pay for misconduct as more specifically described in the notice letter to the employee, with the effective dates of suspension to be determined by the employee's supervisor, was unanimously approved.

3. Recommendation that Employee Number 314363 be suspended without pay effective April 19, 2000, pending completion of an investigation by law enforcement agencies and the School District regarding misconduct as more fully set forth in notice letter of April 3, 2000.

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 314363 be suspended without pay effective April 19, 2000, pending completion of an investigation by law enforcement agencies and the School District regarding misconduct as more fully set forth in notice letter of April 3, 2000, was unanimously approved.

4. Recommendation that Educational Support Employee Number 8601-9620-78 be suspended without pay for five (5) working days effective April 25 through April 28, 2000, and May 1, 2000, for misconduct as more specifically noticed to the employee in the Notice of Disciplinary Action of April 5, 2000.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 8601-9620-78 be suspended without pay for five (5) working days effective April 25 through April 28, 2000, and May 1, 2000, for misconduct as more specifically noticed to the employee in the Notice of Disciplinary Action of April 5, 2000, was unanimously approved.

5. Recommendation that educational support Employee Number 8601-9620-182 be terminated effective April 19, 2000, for misconduct as set forth in Notice of Disciplinary Action.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 8601-9620-182 be terminated effective April 19, 2000, for misconduct as set forth in Notice of Disciplinary Action, was unanimously approved.

6. Recommendation that educational support Employee Number 8601-9620-345 be suspended without pay for ten (10) working days effective April 25, 2000, through May 8, 2000, for misconduct as set forth in Notice of Disciplinary Action.

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 8601-9620-345 be suspended without pay for ten (10) working days effective April 25, 2000, through May 8, 2000, for misconduct as set forth in Notice of Disciplinary Action, was unanimously approved.

7. Approval of Contracts for Administrative, Professional/Technical Employees.

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation for approval of contracts for Administrative, Professional/Technical employees, was unanimously approved.

NAME TITLE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDATION YEARS

Allen, Linda Audiologist 2

Badessa, Marilyn Systems Analyst 2

Ball, Sharon Route Manager 2

Bell, Corbitt R Educational Data Specialist 1

Benauer, Randy Systems Support Technician II 2

Bolter, Louis Physical Therapist 1

Boyer, Barry Purchasing Manager 2

Branton, James Telecommunication Specialist 2

Butler, Jacquelyn Data Control Clerk - Maintenance 2

Calhoon, Jean ESE School Health RN 1

Carroll, Wilhelmina Data Control Clerk - Property Control 2

Clarke, Beverly Computer Operator 2

Collins, Pamela ESE School Health Nurse RN 1

Covert, Ben Director/Application Support 2

Cox, James Psychologist 2

Creel, Cheri Data Support Technician II 2

Crenshaw, Henry Educational Data Specialist 2

Davey, Bonita Systems Support Technician III 2

Davis, Ronne Psychologist 2

Dillard, Charles Systems Analyst 2

Dixon, Ada Social Worker/Title I 1

Dodson, Scott Forms Control Technician 2

Dombroskie, John Buyer II 2

Donnelly, Raymond Property Accounting Manager 2

Drew, Patricia Lead Driver 1

Dwelle, Jackie Administrative Secretary for Staff Services 2

Eggart, Richard Computer Operator 1

English, Ann Physical Therapist 2

English, Linda Administrative Assistant to Superintendent of Schools 2

Farmer, Paul Data Support Technician II 2

Forester, Frances Programmer Analyst I 1

Fry, Jason Instructional Technology Support Technician 2

Frye, Barbara Coordinator/Information Services 2

Furber, Joyce Route Manager 2

Fussell, Deborah Auditor 2

Garth, Joan Occupational Therapist 2

Gibbs, Gregory Coordinator/Safety, Health & Environmental Ops 2

Gordon, Walter Manager/Inventory & Warehouse Operations 2

Grayson, Patsy Manager/Telecommunications 2

Griffith, Priscilla Inventory Control Technician - Food Services 2

Haas, Michael Coordinator/Aquatic Sports 1

Hebert, Gregory Director/Planning 2

Hernandez, Valerie ESE School Health RN 1

Howard, James Director/End User Support 2

Johndrow, Sheila Legal Assistant 1

Johnson, Brian Systems Support Technician II 1

Johnson, Joseph Systems Analyst 2

Jones, Evaline Data Base Analyst 2

Jones, Malinda Coordinator/Cost Analysis 2

Killough, Curtis Programmer Analyst I 2

King, Jean Data Control Clerk - Maintenance 2

Kuhn, Richard Spec I Able Learner Program 2

Kunkle, Dale Administrative Recording Secretary 1

Laney, Michael Network Communications Specialist 1

Law, Vickie Inventory Control Clerk - Food Services 2

Lech, Keith Director/Systems Support 2

Lee, Cynthia Psychologist 2

Lewis, Linda Auditor 2

Linder, Beverly Data Support Technician 2

Linton, Patricia Lead Driver 1

Lott, Roberta Food Services Technician 2

Lyle, Sandra Central Inventory Textbook Control Manager 2

Mabire, Barbara Systems Analyst 2

Macon, Cynthia Operations Coordinator 2

Mansfield, Denise Psychologist 2

Marshman, Scott Systems Support Telephone Technician I 2

Matson, James Ins Technology Support Technician 2

McClarren, Terry Senior Systems Programmer 2

McLeod, Joan Data Control Clerk - Transportation 2

McLeod, Marlene ESE Social Worker 2

Mead, Jane Occupational Therapist 2

Meyers, Cheryl SEMS Technician 2

Mitchell, Rosie Programmer Analyst I 2

Newchurch, Gregory Construction Project Manager 1

Newman, Mary Psychologist 2

Norton, Diane Psychologist 2

Osborn, Richard Psychologist 2

Owens, C Clifton Director/Systems Comm & Operations 2

Parker, Daniel Graphic Artist 2

Patterson, Gail Psychologist 2

Peacock, Ronald Construction Project Manager 2

Pena-Carambot, Maria Inventory Control Clerk - Food Services 2

Pentecost, Woodrow Public Safety Training Coordinator 2

Pierce, E D "Bob" Route Manager 2

Pilcher, Margaret Volunteer Coordinator 2

Piner, Christine Programmer Analyst I 1

Porter, Bobby Security & Educational Data Specialist 2

Pursell, Debbie Educational Support Personnel Manager 2

Ranchez, Marilou Occupational Therapist 1

Rech, David Systems Support Technician II 1

Reese, Karen Data Support Technician III 2

Roll, David Network Systems Analyst 2

Sailor, Thomas Programmer Analyst I 2

Scallan, Rita Financial Analyst 2

Seabrooke, James Programmer II 2

Silverthorne, Claudia ESE School Health RN 1

Simmons, Michelle Inventory Control Clerk - Inv & Warehouse Ops 2

Singleton, Sharon Data Support Technician 2

Smillie, Judy Data Control Clerk - Transportation 2

Smillie, Patricia Lead Driver 1

Smith, Charles Mechanical Engineer 2

Smith, Harold Systems Support Telephone Technician III 2

Smith, Martha Physical Therapist 2

Spindler, Della Lead Driver 1

Stallworth-Allen, Elizabeth Programmer II 1

Stevens, Jacqueline Psychologist 2

Stillman, Jay Surplus Inventory Manager 1

Sutemeier, Anne Occupational Therapist 1

Swiryd, Sara Programmer Analyst I 2

Taylor, Glenna Supervisor/School Food Services 2

Thames, Hercules Custodial Services Manager 1

Thoennes, Karen Health Coordinator 2

Thorn, David Occupational Therapist 1

Thornton, Rose Computer Operator 1

Townsend, Clay Psychologist 2

Travis, Leslie Data Support Technician 2

Tucker, Andrea Project Touch Coordinator 1

Walters, Jan Occupational Therapist 2

Ward, Sandra Coordinator/School Medicaid Services 1

Waters, Virginia Computer Operator 2

Watson, Allison Buyer II 2

Wehmeier, Teenie Certification Manager 2

West, Linda Administrative Secretary to School Board 2

White, Phillip Transportation Stores Manager 2

Wilcox, Jeanette Route Manager 1

Wilkinson, David Energy Management Control Svs Tech 1

Windham, Janet Data Support Technician 2

Windham, Kevin Auditor 2

Young, Patti Psychologist 2

Youngblood, Russell Psychologist 2

Zeier, Dorice Physical Therapist 2

NAME TITLE CONTRACT RECOMMENDATION

YEAR(S)

Acierno, Beverly Subject Area Specialist 2

Ames, Sandra Assistant High School Principal 2

Armstrong, Sarah Director/Staff Development/Coordinator/FDLRS 2

Baines, John Administrator on Special Assignment 2

Bauer, Mary Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Bennett, Wendolyn Middle School Principal 2

Bentley, James Director/School Food Services 2

Bernard, Joseph Director/Risk Management 1

Berry, Susan Special Center Principal 2

Bookout, Ann Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Brock, Ireland Director/Pupil Instructional Support Services 2

Broughton, Kay Subject Area Specialist 2

Bruner, Barbara Subject Area Specialist 2

Bryan, Donna Assistant Elementary Principal 2

Burt, Patti Elementary Principal 1

Bush, William Director/Tech Systems & Management Information 2

Cagle, Sheree Director/Comp Ed Planning & Sch Improvement Svs 1

Caine, Gerald Director/Operations 2

Cardwell, Joe Community School Coordinator 2

Carter, Mauldin Assistant Middle School Principal 1

Carvalis, Leo Assistant High School Principal 2

Cawley, Jo Elementary Principal on Temp Assignment with DOE 1

Colo, Laura Subject Area Specialist 2

Conley, Mary Assistant Elementary Principal 2

Cooey, Dale Elementary Principal 2

Cox, Michelle Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Cox, Sheryl Elementary Principal 2

Desmond, Pat Subject Area Specialist 2

Doelker, Linda Elementary Principal 2

Eaton, Nettie High School Principal 2

Edwards, Sandra Elementary Principal 2

Epperson, David Assistant Superintendent/Facilities Planning & Maintenance 2

Erwin, Richard Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Evans, Kathryn Elementary Principal 2

Ezell, Richard Middle School Principal 2

Farish, Connie Elementary Principal 1

Fetsko, Paul Subject Area Specialist 2

Fox, Joan Elementary Principal 2

Frazier, Thomas Middle School Principal 2

Freeman, Sarah Applied Tech Spec (Family & Consumer Sci Ed) 2

Fryman, Mary Helen Director/Human Resources Management 2

Garber, Douglas Director/Employee Services 2

Garthwaite, Jefferson Middle School Principal 2

Garthwaite, Mavis Elementary Principal 2

Gleason, Paula Coordinator/District Media Center 2

Goolsby, Patsy Elementary Principal 2

Gordon, Ruth Elementary Principal 2

Grantham, Donna Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Gray, Yvonne Director/Special Education 2

Green, Linda Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Grove, Garth Subject Area Specialist 2

Gulley, Linda Director/Grants Management 2

Harageones, Emmanouel Subject Area Specialist 2

Harageones, Linda Program Evaluator 1

Harper, Richard Middle School Principal 2

Harrell, Thomas Elementary Principal 2

Harris, Calvin Assistant High School Principal 1

Hewitt, Rebecca Elementary Principal 2

Higgins, Marsha Middle School Principal 2

Hucabee, John Dell Elementary Principal 2

Ingram, Thomas Subject Area Specialist 1

Johnson, Gloria Director/Payroll Accounting 2

Jones, Horace Director/Special Projects & Student Transfers 2

Justice, Larry Assistant High School Principal 2

Kattau, Paul High School Principal 1

Kirchharr, Ted Director/Facilities Planning 2

Ladner, Judith Elementary Principal 2

Largue, Eula Director/Secondary Education 1

Leiterman, Carl Applied Tech Specialist (School-to-Work) 2

Leiterman-Busbee, Barbara Middle School Principal 2

Lewis, Pamela Assistant Elementary Principal 2

Lewis, Sara Assistant High School Principal 2

Linker, Barbara Director/Budgeting 2

Linton, Nettie Assistant High School Principal 2

Longacre, Linda Elementary Principal 2

Lovely, Lorin Special Center Principal 2

MacNeil, Wanda Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Maletsidis, Linda Elementary Principal 1

Malishan, Deborah Elementary Principal 2

Manderson, Donald Director/Instructional Technology 1

Marcanio, Steven Elementary Principal 2

Marshall, Willie Community School Coordinator 2

Marucci, Thomas Elementary Principal 2

Mathis, Pamela Assistant Middle School Principal 1

McArthur, Annette Director/Elementary Education 2

McBride, Rebecca Elementary Principal 2

McCorvey, Elvin Director/Affirmative Action 2

McCorvey, Modeste Elementary Principal 1

McElfresh, Patricia Elementary Principal 2

McMichael, Kathlyn Subject Area Specialist 1

McNeal, Faye Subject Area Specialist 2

Merritt, Adella ESEAL Coordinator 2

Miller, Elizabeth Middle School Principal 2

Minor, Alexzene Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Moody, Patrice Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Moore, Sandra Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Morgan, Lesa Director/Principal/George Stone 2

Moring, Wayne Subject Area Specialist 2

Morris, Delores High School Principal 2

Newton, Linda Applied Tech Specialist (Bus Tech Education) 2

Nichols, Charlie Elementary Principal 1

Nichols, Jimmie Community School Coordinator 2

Nickles, Bronwyn Subject Area Specialist 1

Nowlin, Marcia Elementary Principal 2

Odom, Wayne Director/Title I and Related Activities 2

Owen, Karen Elementary Principal 2

Patterson, Barbara Assistant High School Principal 2

Patteson, Beverly Elementary Principal 2

Payton, Joyce Elementary Principal 2

Peterson, Charles Assistant Director/Maintenance 2

Pettis, Howard Asst Supt/Curr & Ins, Ops, Tech Sys & Mgmt Inf 2

Pierce, Jennifer Elementary Principal 2

Pippen, Judy Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Pomeroy, George Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Pursell, Mark Director/Maintenance 1

Queen, Russell Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Reed, Larry Subject Area Specialist 2

Reese, Nancy Assistant Elementary Principal 2

Reynolds, Patricia Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Rezek, Alicia Elementary Principal 2

Rezek, Thomas District Coordinator/Adult and Community Education 2

Riddle, Janet Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Rivers, Shirley Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Rogers, Russell Assistant High School Principal 2

Ross, Norman High School Principal 1

Rush, Sandra Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Scott, Jimmy Middle School Principal 2

Scott, Linda Elementary Principal 2

Simmons, Raymond Assistant High School Principal 2

Sims, Ella Assistant Superintedent/Human Resources 2

Slayton, William High School Principal 2

Smith, Ann Pre-K Principal 1

Smith, Robert Assistant Director/George Stone Evening 2

Soderlind, Susan Assistant High School Principal 2

Spooner, Carolyn High School Principal 2

Stagg, Beverly Assistant Director/George Stone 2

Stephens, Linzie Applied Tech Spec (Tech Ed/Agriculture) 2

Sudduth, Sharon Elementary Principal 2

Taylor, Thomas Director/Applied Technology & Adult Education 2

Thomas, Charles Director/Alternative Education 2

Thomas, Elaine Assistant High School Principal 1

Thomas, Joe Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Thomas, Malcolm Coordinator/Program Planning 2

Thompson, Linda Subject Area Specialist 2

Thompson, Pamela Elementary Principal 2

Threadgill, Linda Elementary Principal 2

Touchstone, Melanie Assistant High School Principal 1

Tucker, Peggy Elementary Principal 2

Twarkins, Ferryn Elementary Principal 2

Vannerson, Ruth Middle School Principal 2

Wascom, Patricia Asst Superintendent/Finance & Business Affairs 2

Watts, Rachel Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Weaver, Gayle High School Principal 2

White, Darriel Court Liaison 2

Wiggins, Mary Assistant Elementary Principal 1

Wilk, John Community School Coordinator 2

Williams, Edwinna Pre-K Principal 1

Williams, Marion Subject Area Specialist 2

Williamson, Janice Middle School Principal 2

Wiseman, Martha Elementary Principal 2

Wolfe, Michael Director/Accounting Operations 2

Wolfe-Sullivan, Adita Middle School Principal 1

Woodham, Paula Assistant Elementary Principal 2

Wright, Garvin Assistant Middle School Principal 2

Young, Jacqueline Subject Area Specialist 2

8. Approval of appointment of Coordinator I for ReDirections.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the appointment of  Susan Morgan to serve as Coordinator I for ReDirections, was unanimously approved. Ms. Morgan addressed the Board and expressed appreciation for the opportunity to serve as Coordinator I for ReDirections.

9. Response to Correspondence, E-Mail, etc.

Mr. May deleted this item.

10. Approval of funds to teach swimming.

Mr. May noted that Mr. George White had presented a request in January to ask that the Board approve funding for the swimming program in elementary schools in the northern end of the county.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

Mr. George White, Pensacola, Florida, appeared in support of this item.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, that the Board budget $6,000 for the use of transportation (and to pay personnel) to help the swimming program for children in the northern end of the county, with the funding to come out of next year's budget. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was unanimously approved.

STUDENT RECOMMENDATIONS:

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Superintendent's recommendations on Item Numbers 11-35, was unanimously approved.

11. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the formal hearing officer, student number 00-57-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

12. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the formal hearing officer, student number 00-120-951 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

13. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-129-151 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

14. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-163-1221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

15. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-165-866 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

16. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-167-121 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

17. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-168-151 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

18. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-170-061 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

19. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-172-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

20. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-173-151 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. I will further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

21. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-174-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

22. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-175-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

23. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-176-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

24. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-178-281 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

25. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-179-851 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

26. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-180-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

27. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-181-521 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

28. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-182-521 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

29. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-183-671 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

30. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-184-866 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. I will further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

31. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-186-521 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

32. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-187-121 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

33. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-188-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

34. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-189-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

35. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-194-862 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

36. Information concerning status of Employee Number 293740.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Supintendent's recommendation for suspension with pay until the next Board meeting pending due process for Employee Number 293740, was unanimously approved.

37. Information concerning status of Employee Number 153132.

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Superintendent's recommendation for suspension with pay until the next Board meeting pending due process for Employee Number 153132, was unanimously approved.

V. ITEMS FROM THE BOARD

(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit D)

1. Items from the Board - Request Approval of "Request for Information or Service" Form - Mrs. Stidham

Chairman Stidham relinquished the gavel to Dr. DeWitt and made a motion that the Board approve the form. The motion was seconded by Dr. Jenkins. Mrs. Stidham noted that the Board had previously voted 5-0 on the MGT recommendation that the Board adopt the use of an information request form. Mrs. Webb stated that she had addressed concerns with the Board Attorney noting that in the past the form had served as a barrier which impeded and sometimes prohibited her from carrying out her elected duties. She expressed that approving the form would be premature until public records policies and procedures are in place. Dr. Mason expressed concern that the form will impede the free flow of information.

Motion was made by Dr. Mason and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to amend the motion to consider this form as part of a total policy on public records/information requests. After discussion, the amendment was approved 4-1 with Mrs. Stidham voting NO. Dr. DeWitt noted that the form would be held in abeyance to be made a part of the total policy. Dr. DeWitt called for the vote on the amended motion which was approved 3-2 with Dr. DeWitt and Mrs. Stidham voting NO. Dr. DeWitt returned the gavel to Mrs. Stidham.

2. Items from the Board - Address the Issue of Vanette Webb's Multiple Requests for Information regarding Cost Analysis and use of Staff Time - Mrs. Stidham

Chairman Stidham stated that she had pulled this item commenting that she could not support hiring two clerks for this item due to more urgent needs in the school system, such as hiring additional teachers and increasing teacher salaries. Mrs. Webb stated that the Board needs to consider a more efficient way to address information requests and get feedback from staff on how the Board can be fully informed. The Board Attorney stated that Board Members have access to information concerning items that have been agendaed; however, that is not a blanket statement that all district records are available at all times for all purposes to Board Members. Dr. DeWitt noted that the Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Technology had addressed the public records retrieval issue, and the Board had previously approved a purchase order (to be allocated out of next year's budget) to have public documents stored on a file server which the Board and members of the public could access.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

Mr. Robert Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, spoke concerning the importance of maintaining confidentiality of employee medical records.

3. Items from the Board - Request to Change June School Board Workshop and Regular Meeting Dates - Dr. Jenkins

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to change the School Board Workshop and Regular Board Meeting dates from June 19 and 20, 2000, to June 12 and 13, 2000, was approved 3-2 with Dr. Mason and Mrs. Webb voting NO.

4. Items from the Board - Communications Strategy Plan - Mrs. Webb

Mrs. Webb noted that this item was discussed at the Board Workshop regarding the importance of obtaining input from staff regarding ways to facilitate requests for information. She suggested that input could also be obtained from the committees.

5. Items from the Board - Proper Procedures for Board Regarding Agenda Items that are Contrary to Federal, State, and Local Rule - Mrs. Webb

After discussion, Mrs. Webb pulled this item.

6. Items from the Board - School Board Rules/Elected Duties - Mrs. Webb

Mrs. Webb noted this item was discussed previously.

7. Items from the Board - For Information Purposes Only - Attendance at State Board of Education Meeting - Mrs. Stidham

This item was previously addressed at the Board Workshop.

VI. ITEMS FROM THE ATTORNEY

-No items submitted

VII. ITEMS FROM THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES

-No items submitted

CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS VIII THROUGH XV)

Motion was made by Dr. Jenkins and seconded by Dr. DeWitt, to accept the consent agenda. Mrs. Webb pulled Items IX.C.1, X.1, X.5 (for discussion), X.6 (for discussion), X.7, X.8 (for discussion), and XI.7. Dr. Mason pulled Item IX.A.6(6). Dr. DeWitt pulled Item IX.A.6(5). Dr. Jenkins pulled Item XI.28. Mrs. Stidham pulled Items XI.36 and XII.A.2.A. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote on the consent agenda (except the items pulled for separate vote), and the motion was unanimously approved.

VIII. STUDENT TRANSFERS

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit E)

This item was approved as submitted.

IX. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit F)

Approved:

A. Instructional/Professional

1. Appointments

Name Position Date Work Location

McCullough, Lisa Financial Aid Mger 4/25/00 George Stone

2. Reappointments

a. Annual

None

b. Professional Service Contract

None

c. 4th Year Annual Contract

None

3. Transfers

None

4. Out of Field

• Appointments

None

b. Reappointments

None

c. Transfers

None

d. Other

None

5. Resignations/Retirements

Coleman, Christine Teacher 3/20/00 Longleaf (Disability Ret)

Frear, Suzanne Teacher 5/30/00 Hellen Caro (was on LOA)

Geiger, Sarah Teacher 4/14/00 Bellview Mid (Ret)

Hart, Cheryl Teacher 5/30/00 Warrington Elem (was on LOA)

Hoffman, Johnnie Teacher 4/14/00 Brentwood Mid (Ret)

Lukes, Sophia Teacher 5/30/00 McArthur (was on LOA)

O'Connell, Tricia Teacher 4/24/00 Montclair

O'Reilly, Kathryn Elem Principal 6/30/00 PATS (Ret)

Spiwak, Sally Elem Principal 6/30/00 Edgewater (Ret)

Suremann, Heidi Teacher 3/24/00 Scenic Heights

Weigle, Tiffany Cert Interpreter 4/11/00 Washington

• Special Requests

(1) Approve leave of absence without pay for the following personnel:

Bachmeier, Lilian Teacher 2000-2001 Sch Year Warrington Elem

*Baines, Eris Teacher 1/3-3/20/00 Escambia

Burgess, Kim Teacher 2000-2001 Sch Year Barrineau Park

*Cain, Kristin Teacher 2/16-4/13;5/16-30/00 Pleasant Grove

Garth, Thornton Teacher 2000-2001 Sch Year Escambia

*Hodges, Rita Teacher 3/16-5/30/00 Wedgewood

Johnson, Susan Teacher 2000-2001 Sch Year Brentwood Elem

*Levi-Senigaglia, Micol Teacher 5/9-6/12/00 Navy Point

McKinney, Marijane Teacher 2000-2001 Sch Year Beggs

*Richards, Elizabeth Teacher 4/25-5/25/00 Warrington Elem

*Tatum, Linda Teacher 3/20-5/30/00 Woodham

*FMLA

PULLED: (2) Request approval that Douglas Jones to be employed as a school psychologist on a part-time basis for a total of 30 days from April 10 through June 30, 2000. Mr. Jones is to be paid on paygrade 17, step 1 of the professional salary schedule.

(3) Rescind FMLA from April 13, 2000, through May 30, 2000 on Katherine Strength, teacher at Lipscomb Elementary.

(4) Abolish the job description of Safety Supervisor/Adjuster and establish the job description on the professional salary schedule of Claims Adjuster.

(5) Adopt the following calendars:

Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to approve Item IX.A.6(5). Dr. DeWitt stated that although he will support the work of the Calendar Committee, he hopes that the committee, the School Board, and the Legislature will look at providing enough money to adequately pay teachers for extra planning time which will allow the children to stay in school on the half-days. Mrs. Webb asked that the committee try to keep the Spring Break calendar dates the same every year if possible in order to accommodate family schedule planning. Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was unanimously approved.

(a) 2000-2001 designated paid holidays - all district employees

(b) 2000-2001 Traditional Escambia County school calendar

(c) 2000-2001 Alternative Year Round Escambia County school calendar

(d) 2000-2001 (Extended Year) Alternative Year Round Escambia County school calendar

(e) 2000-2001 school based work schedule Traditional Educational Support Personnel

(f) 2000-2001 school based work schedule Alternative Year Round Educational Support Personnel

(g) 2001-2002 Traditional Escambia County school calendar

(6) Request approval of Department Personnel Planning Document for the 2000-2001 Fiscal Year.

A motion was made by Dr. Mason that the contract for the Director of Internal Auditing be extended for a total of two years. The Board Attorney noted that the Board had already voted on contracts under Item IV.7. A motion was made by Dr. Mason to reconsider the previous motion for the professional contracts under Item IV.7. The Board Attorney advised that a motion to reconsider would not be appropriate at this point unless it was made immediately following the affirmative vote.

In accordance with the MGT Management/Organizational Study (Recommendation Item 4-15), which was previously approved by the Board by a 3-2 vote, Dr. Mason made a motion that the Board implement Recommendation Item 4-15, which would abolish the positions of Associate Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent for Facilities, and create the position of Assistant Superintendent for Operations, effective July 1, 2000. Mrs. Webb seconded the motion. After discussion, said motion failed 4-1 with Dr. DeWitt, Dr. Jenkins, Mrs. Stidham, and Mrs. Webb voting NO.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

Dr. Richard Calvasina, Chairman of the Audit Committee, stated that discussion was held at the Board Workshop about moving one staff auditor out of the Auditing Department, and the committee had expressed that due to the changing role and increased demands that will be made on the department, especially after the Risk Assessment Plan is done, it would be unwise to move one member out of the department at this time.

A motion was made by Dr. Mason and seconded by Mrs. Webb, to leave Cost Center 4202

Internal Auditing as it is this current year. Mrs. Patricia Wascom, Assistant Superintendent for

Finance and Business Affairs, advised that in November, 1999, the Board approved the revised job description for the Director of Auditing, and the job description removed certain duties and responsibilities from the Director of Internal Auditing, specifically relating to school internal accounts. She stated that the duties of the proposed position are critical to support the schools, and additional staff would be needed if the Finance Department takes over these functions.

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Ms. Sharon Davis, Secretary at Lincoln Park Elementary School, addressed the Board concerning the importance of providing training and support for Educational Support Personnel (ESP).

2) Ms. Madonna Jackson-Williams, EEA Vice President, advised the Board that an additional teacher is needed for Special Education students at Escambia Westgate School.

After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion failed 3-2 with Dr. DeWitt, Dr. Jenkins, and Mrs. Stidham voting NO. Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the Personnel Planning Document as recommended by the Superintendent, was unanimously approved.

B. Educational Support Personnel

1. Appointments

NAME CLASSIFICATION EFF DATE WK LOCATION

Acosta, Jorge R. Sr Information Sys Tech 3/20/00 Evaluation Services

Taylor, Michelle (Prom) Admin School Sec I 4/3/00 Brown Barge

Withers, Brenda (Prom) School Finance Spec 4/4/00 Brownsville

2. Resignations/Retirements

Bell, Clifton (Ret) Custodial Worker II 3/31/00 Workman

DeCrow, Sherry Food Service Asst I 3/10/00 Escambia

Hartley, Dianna Food Service Asst I 4/14/00 Beulah

Jones, Horace Teacher Assistant 4/4/00 Brentwood Elem

Lee, Nettie (Ret) Custodial Worker I 3/17/00 Myrtle Grove

Loftus, Elena (Ret) Printer 3/31/00 Print Shop

Madison, Helen (Ret) Custodial Worker I 3/31/00 Woodham

3. Terminations

Barfield, Cynthia Teacher Asst Special 3/31/00 Navy Point

Harris, Ella Teacher Asst Special 3/10/00 Myrtle Grove

4. Suspensions

Employee #8601-9620-78, School Bus Operator in Transportation, suspended for 5 work days without pay effective 4/25/00.

Employee #8601-9620-345, School Bus Operator in Transportation, suspended for 10 work days without pay effective 4/25/00.

5. Dismissals

Employee #8601-9620-182, School Bus Operator in Transportation, dismissed in bad standing effective 4/18/00.

6. Leave of Absence/Without Pay

NAME TITLE/WK LOCATION FROM - TO REASON

Fretwell, Bennie H/V Mech I/Maintenance 4/13/00-7/31/00 Medical*

Harvey-Thomas, Sylvia Teacher Asst/Woodham 3/3/00-5/25/00 Medical*

Mill, Victory Teacher Assistant/Edgewater 3/21/00-5/25/00 Personal

Smith, Mary (Ext) School Bus Oper/Transportation 3/21/00-5/25/00 Medical

Snider, Alex (Ext) Custodial Worker II/Montclair 3/25/00-4/21/00 Medical*

Stafford, Sandra School Bus Oper/Transportation 3/14/00-5/25/00 Personal

Sullivan, Lori Teacher Assistant Special 4/3/00-5/5/00 Medical*

Watson, Mattie (Ext) School Bus Oper/Transportation 3/21/00-5/1/00 Medical

Watts, Yesma (Ext) Teacher Asst Special/Holm 3/18/00-4/30/00 Medical*

West, Dianne PBX Operator/Mail Room 2/14/00-4/11/00 Medical*

*Request for FMLA

C. Risk Management

1) Risk Management Trust - Executive Summary - to appoint the replacement of trustee for the Risk Management Trust, due to the retirement of Charles Griffin. Implementation Plan: The trustees met on 1/21/00, at which time the trustees accepted the resignation of Charles A. Griffin as a trustee, and approved the appointment of Joseph H. Bernard as a trustee. This appointment is necessary to maintain compliance with the Board approved trust document dated June 30, 1987. This document is known as the Escambia School District Risk Management Trust. One of the responsibilities of the Director of Risk Management is to serve as a Trustee on the Risk Management Trust. The Risk Management Trust encompasses Workers' Compensation, Automobile and General Liability.

Motion was made by Mrs. Webb to not approve Item IX.C.1 (recommendation to appoint a trustee), because the Board had received previous legal advice that this was not legal, and the Board recently received the Auditor General's Report referencing Florida Statute 237.211, which noted that is a Board-delegated authority. Dr. Mason seconded the motion. Dr. Mason added that the Board had sought the Attorney General's opinion as to whether or not the Risk Management Trust Fund was legally constituted, and the Attorney General had refused to say that was the case.

Mr. Joseph Bernard, Director of Risk Management, commented that the Attorney General had clearly defined that the Board could delegate the authority either to a third party administrator, an insurance company, or to an entity such as the Risk Management Trust Fund to handle the insurance claims. He noted that the Risk Management Trust Fund clearly states that one of the trustees will be the Director of Risk Management.

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Mr. Robert Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, asked that the Board support the appointment of the Risk Management trustee.

2) Ms. Madonna Jackson-Williams, EEA Vice President, stated that she serves on the Insurance Committee, and cassette tapes are available from those meetings.

After discussion, Mrs. Webb suggested calling a Special Board Meeting to consider amending School Board Rules concerning Risk Management, and the Board Attorney indicated that he would research the matter and come back with an opinion for Board consideration.

Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion to not appoint a trustee was approved 3-2 with Dr. DeWitt and Dr. Jenkins voting NO.

D. Staff Development

- No items submitted

E. Employee Services

- No items submitted

F. Affirmative Action

-No items submitted

X. FINANCE

1. Authorization for payrolls and vouchers for the month of May, 2000. (Housed in Finance Department)

Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the authorization for payrolls and vouchers. Motion by Mrs. Webb, second by Dr. Mason, to amend the motion to approve payroll but not the vouchers, failed 3-2 Dr. DeWitt, Dr. Jenkins, and Mrs. Stidham voting NO. Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the original motion was approved 3-2 with Dr. Mason and Mrs. Webb voting NO.

2. Check Register for the month of February, 2000. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit G)

3. Financial Report for the month of February, 2000. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit H)

4. Statements for Legal Services: (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit I)

a) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 2,856.03

b) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 2,977.63

c) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 148.63

d) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 199.00

e) Arthur A. Shimek, P. A. $ 500.00

f) Gregory Farrar, P.A. $ 500.00

g) Maureen George, P. A. $ 935.29

h) Maureen George, P. A. $ 13.50

5. Summary of Risk Management Legal Fees (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit J)

a) Joseph Hammons, P. A.

b) Steven J. Baker, P. A.

Mrs. Webb inquired as to whether or not the fees had been paid. Mrs. Patricia Wascom, Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Business Affairs, advised that payment had not been made on the current month billing. She explained that this was not presented for Board approval but was presented for information purposes as requested by the Board. She provided a breakdown to distinguish between current month activities and outstanding previous billings as of March 6, 2000. Mrs. Webb asked when the Board approved the expenditures, and Mrs. Wascom noted that authority is delegated through School Board Rule to the Director of Risk Management. She noted that the Board Attorney had also approved the expenditures as requested by the Board. Mrs. Wascom clarified that the checks have facsimile signatures of the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Business Affairs, as well as the Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Mrs. Webb expressed concern regarding violation of Florida Statute 237.211 stating that indicates the signatures can only be those of the Superintendent and Board Chairman. Dr. Mason requested input from Dr. Richard Calvasina. Dr. Calvasina, Audit Committee Chairman, responded that a double signature system is a method for making sure that payments are legitimate. Mrs. Webb filed a copy of Florida Statute 237.211(6) for the record (Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit K), and she stated that the Board must approve all expenditures according to the Attorney General's Report and not delegate that authority to trustees.

6. Summary of Legal Expenses. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit L)

After discussion, Dr. Mason clarified that he had requested that summary information be included as agenda backup only and could be deleted from the agenda cover sheet for future reference.

7. Budget Amendments

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit M)

a) Resolution 5: General Fund

b) Resolution 6: Other Special Revenue Fund

c) Resolution 7: Capital Outlay Fund

Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the budget amendments. Mrs. Webb stated that she could not approve Item X.7 in total, stating that it represents a large number of expenditures and needs to be broken down. After discussion, the motion was approved 4-1 with Mrs. Webb voting NO.

8. Financial Status on Projects and Grants. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit N)

Mrs. Webb stated that discussion was held at the Board Workshop regarding the Board's interest in providing grant oversight to ensure that the district does not lose any grant monies, and she noted that the Board had previously expressed support for outsourcing a grant person at a later date. Dr. Jenkins advised that the Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Curriculum had expressed support for hiring a person to work with Ms. Linda Gulley, Director of Grants Management. Chairman Stidham noted that Item X.8 (Financial Status on Projects and Grants) was presented for information only.

9. Disposal of Capitalized and Non-Capitalized Assets: (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit O)

a) Auction List for April 2000

b) Scrap List for April 2000

c) Donation of Bus to Department of Juvenile Justice

XI. PURCHASING

Approved:

(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit P)

1. Bid Award: Reach Lift Trucks, Bid #00 11 02

2. Bid Award: External Independent Auditing Services, RFP #00 25 01

3. Bid Award: Custodial Supplies, Bid #00 22 02

4. Lead Abatement at O. J. Semmes Elementary School

5. Stadium/Gym Bleachers Structural Inspections

6. Copier Maintenance Service Plan for District Print Shop

7. Change Notice #1 to PO #189508 (Pharmacy Providers Service Corp.)

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve Change Notice #1 to PO #189508

(Pharmacy Providers Service Corporation), was approved 4-1 with Mrs. Webb voting NO, citing concerns that the cost of the change order was $609,000, and money could have been saved by being more prudent.

8. Bid Award: Audio Visual Supplies, Bid #00 30 04

9. Canopies for Tate High School

10. Change Notice # 1 to Purchase Order #194127 (Bay Center Counseling Services)

11. Change Notice # 1 to Purchase Order #194155 (Lakeview Center, Inc.)

12. GCCS Microcomputers for Workman Middle School

13. Architectural Services: Interior Design Service for the old N.B. Cook School

14. Asbestos Abatement and Sherwood Elementary School

15. Seminar on Leadership for Literacy for Secondary Education

16. Media Center Furniture for Blue Angels Elementary School

17. Bid Award: Copier Supplies, Bid #00 31 04

18. Bid Award: Student Classroom Furniture, Bid #00 33 03

19. Bid Award: Processing USDA Commodity Food Items, Bid #00 35 03

20. Bid Award: Custodial Supplies, Bid #00 40 02

21. Student Classroom Furniture for Pleasant Grove Elementary, Holm Elementary, and new westside Elementary School

22. Apple Microcomputers for Oakcrest Elementary School

23. Carpeting at Spencer Bibbs Elementary School

24. Additional Teacher Applicant and Certification Software Applications

25. Bid Award: Smallwares, Bid #00 32 03

26. Bid Award: Sports Equipment & Supplies, Bid #00 36 04

27. Electrical Engineering Services for Various Schools

28. Energy Performance Contract Services

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve this item, was unanimously approved.

29. Bid Award: Food Service Equipment, Bid #00 34 03

30. Bid Award: Addition of Science Demonstration Classrooms at Brentwood Middle; ESE Suite and Primary Classrooms at Pine Meadow Elementary

31. Bid Award: Phase I Renovations, Building #2 at Tate High School

32. Bid Award: Walk-in Cooler/Freezers at Myrtle Grove and Oakcrest Elementary Schools

33. Bid Award: Walk-in Cool/Freezer at Montclair Elementary School

34. Change Notice #4 to Purchase Order #188158 (Larry Hall Construction, Inc.)

35. Change Notice #5 to Purchase Order #188158 (Larry Hall Construction, Inc.)

36. Change Notice #3 to Purchase Order #192408 (A.E. New, Jr., Inc.)

Chairman Stidham relinquished the gavel to Dr. DeWitt and made a motion to approve this item. Dr. DeWitt seconded the motion.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

Mr. Harry Evans, 13711 Canal Drive, Pensacola, Florida, 32507, requested clarification concerning the change order for work at the new westside elementary school. Mr. Ted Kirchharr, Director of Facilities and Maintenance, advised that the change order facilitated several kitchen equipment model changes and also involved moving the gas meter away from the building.

After discussion, the motion was unanimously approved.

XII. FACILITIES PLANNING AND MAINTENANCE

Approved:

(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit Q)

A. FACILITIES PLANNING

1. FINAL PAYMENTS

a. Construction of the New N. B. Cook Elementary School

b. Lift Station and Force Main at Pleasant Grove Elementary School

c. Lift Station and Force Main at Pleasant Grove Elementary School

d. Band Room Wall Repairs at Brownsville Middle School

e. Additions at the ESEAL Center

2. MISCELLANEOUS

a. Phase II Performance Contracting

Motion was made by Mrs. Stidham and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to accept the Phase II Performance Contracting (with Option E). Dr. Mason offered a friendly amendment to add language to specify that the larger items, such as chillers, should be submetered. Mrs. Stidham and Dr. Jenkins accepted the friendly amendment, and the motion as amended was unanimously approved. Dr. DeWitt returned the gavel to Mrs. Stidham.

b. Renovations at Woodham High School

c. Hazard Mitigation Grant Applications

B. MAINTENANCE

-No Items Submitted

XIII. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION

(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit R)

Approved:

1. Regional Technology in Education Consortia Program.

2. Approval of Textbook Adoptions.

3. School Truancy Operations Program (STOP).

4. Temporary Alternative Placement Program (TAP).

5. School Improvement and Educational Accountability Guidelines.

6. Agreement between the School Board of Escambia County and Pensacola Junior College for a thirty-hour course for Middle School Mathematics and Science teachers.

7. Management of Medical Records and Health Information in the School Setting. Memorandum of Agreement between the School District of Escambia County and the Escambia County Health Department.

8. For Information: Report on an analysis of Children's, Parents', and Teachers' Perceptions and Educational Practices at A. A. Dixon Elementary School.

9. Escambia County School District Construction Trades Youth Apprenticeship Sponsor Agreement Renewal for Ed Emmons Steel Erectors, Inc.

10. Education for Homeless Children and Youth Program.

11. Cooperative Agreement with the Community Action Program Committee, Inc.

XIV. TRANSPORTATION

-No items submitted

XV. INTERNAL AUDITING

(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit S)

Approved:

A. Internal Funds

-No items submitted

B. Inventory Adjustment Reports

C. Other

1. Recommendation for approval of guidelines for requests/services

A motion was made by Mrs. Webb that the Board adopt the guidelines with a change on Item Number 4 to read "Requests requiring a substantial amount of staff time that may affect the approved work plan must should be approved by the Audit Committee." Dr. DeWitt seconded the motion.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

Dr. Richard Calvasina, Audit Committee Chairman, verified that the change in quidelines had been agreed upon at the Board Workshop.

After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was unanimously approved.

2. Follow-up to March Board Meeting - Audit and Inspection Clause

XVI. ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to adjourn the meeting at 9:57 p.m., was unanimously approved.